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The Final Trace

OdieStew Productions
True Crime
Disappearance
Missing Persons
Halloween
Dear David
Erika Case
Blount Family
Michael Negrete
Scott Ratigan
Scott Javins
Debbie Collier
Judy Smith
Ghost Stories
Mental Health
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Trevor Deely
Steven Koecher
New York
Sleep Paralysis
Tommy Burkett

The Final Trace is a true crime podcast digging into chilling disappearances, cold cases, and mysteries that still leave us searching for answers. Hosted by Hopper Dailey & Mckenzie, each chapter steps into final moments, overlooked clues, and theories that linger. Every story is a chapter - not the whole book. Just one page of someones story... the page where everything changed. From strange sigh... more

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Latest Episodes

🎃 Stories Your Mummy Never Told You | A Darkcast Network Halloween Special 👻

The candles are lit. The doors are locked. And somewhere in the darkness... someone has a story to tell.

This Halloween, the Darkcast Network is gathering around the mic... more

📍 Seattle, Washington | April 1991

🎙️ Chapter 68 | The Final Trace of Christopher Case

Seven days.

That's how long Christopher Case reportedly believed he had left to live.

After a disturbing encounter with a woman in San Francisco, the 35-year... more

📍 Denver, Colorado | October 17, 1941

🎙️ Chapter 67 | The Final Trace of Philip Peters: The Denver Ghost House

When 73-year-old Philip Peters was found brutally murdered inside his Denver home, investigators were left with more questions than ans... more

📍 New Orleans, Louisiana | 1918–1919

🎙️ Chapter 66 | The Final Trace of the Axeman of New Orleans

For more than a year, someone was slipping into New Orleans homes in the dead of night.

The attacks were brutal. The weapon was often found nearby.... more

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Trevor Powell
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Nikki Young
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Kona Gallagher
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Episode: Missing: Zachary Bernhardt
Ethan Flick
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Episode: Missing: Zachary Bernhardt
Ella Mae Dicks
Woman who testified to the police about the murder years later
Episode: Murdered: Sherry Lee Gibson

Hosts

Hopper Dailey
Host of The Final Trace; clear, measured storytelling with a focus on missing persons and cold cases; co-host who anchors the show with steady narration and investigative framing.
Mckenzie
Co-host known for thorough case analysis, empathetic perspective, and balancing narrative with critical detail.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 263 ratings
  • Excellent

    Exactly the podcast I was looking for! It’s a mix of missing people stories and criminal cold cases. I fell in love with Missing 911 on TV and wanted more of the same.

    There are two hosts. Hopper presents the facts of case and McKenzie, asks clarifying questions. Honestly, it’s as if McKenzie is reading my mind sometimes and asks the same questions I would. They are always mindful of delivering the episode with dignity and compassion for the victim, and families who are affected.

    Th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Great Pyrenees Rescuer
    United States16 days ago
  • Interesting Cases

    I listen to several true crime podcasts, this one is very professional, easy to listen to, and has many cases I haven’t heard covered in other podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremy Wayne 40
    United States3 months ago
  • I love this podcast

    I stumbled upon this podcast a couple of months ago and I’ll be the first to admit, I am a little ADD, so I began listening with some trepidation. In other words, would it really keep my attention? But it did! It was like I was hanging on every word. Although I’ve never lost anyone in this way, I can’t help but feel a tremendous amount of empathy for the families left behind. The stories are well researched and the hosts are second to none. I have long drives for work and this is the perfect p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nonprofitmike
    United States4 months ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    One of the best true crime podcasts out there. Every episode is thoroughly researched and packed with information, but the hosts present it in a way that keeps you hooked from start to finish. Whether it’s a cold case or a solved mystery, The Final Trace always leaves you with a deeper understanding of the story. Highly recommend to any true crime fan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Psychology of the Strange Pod
    United States7 months ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Great podcast! My new fav ! The story telling vs. just a news podcast makes this so easy to listen to. Definitely recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keep it frank
    United States7 months ago

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Hosts deliver engaging narratives with a calm, clear voice.
Listener sentiment often highlights the balance between depth and accessibility, with a few comments noting strong host chemistry.
Professional, well-researched storytelling with empathy for families.
Sound quality and pacing are consistently strong; episodes stay focused.
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Vanished: Julie Mott
Q: Was Bill the only suspect?
No, there were concerns about other contractors and the funeral home's security protocols.
Vanished: Julie Mott
Q: Were there any other suspects?
Investigators also looked at external contractors that had access to the funeral home.

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A compelling true crime series that chronicles disappearances, cold cases, and unresolved mysteries through tightly researched storytelling and careful empathy for victims' families. Episodes blend forensic detail, timeline reconstruction, and nuanced theories, often focusing on missing persons and lesser-known cases with a respectful cadence that avoids sensationalism. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy thorough case analysis, atmospheric narration, and connections between local histories and broader investigative themes. A notable strength is the consistent combination of solid journalism, clear pacing, and host chemistry that guides audiences through complex investigations in about 30–45 minutes per episode.

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1. Our True Crime Podcast
2. The Final Hours with Sarah Turney and Kourtney Nichole
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5. Coffee and Cases Podcast

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The Final Trace launched a year ago and published 95 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Final Trace include:

1. Trevor Powell
2. Edward October
3. Amelia Myers
4. Nikki Young
5. Kona Gallagher
6. Ethan Flick
7. Ella Mae Dicks

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